Aging Flashcards
Three behavioral changes in geriatrics
- Response to commands
- Sleep cycle
- Social interactions
Three appearance changes in geriatric animals
- Dull + dry haircoat
- Muscle atrophy
- Lenticular sclerosis
Two daily functional changes of geriatrics
- Decreased mobility
- Decreased special senses: hearing, olfaction, and vision
Geriatrics need bloodwork following a PE every six months including 3
- MDB minimum data base***
- Thyroid
- +/- imaging
How often should senior or geriatric animals be vaccinated
Core every 3 years (opinions vary- we dk antibody level)
Four important client education topics for senior and geriatric animals
- Dental care
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Behavior
Geriatrics should still have ____________ preventatives bc
Parasite
They dont care how old your dog is
Six aspects of a geriatric wellness visit
- PE
- Lab work
- Vaccinations
- Parasite check
- Client education
One major age related change that effects nutrition is the decreased ability to ______________
Adapt
Since animals have a decreased ability to adapt as they age, changes in ____________ and ____________ of food may not be tolerated well
Type and amount